It was pretty obvious that the JSF would invite hometown favourite Daisuke to skate in the gala but I'm so happy that they also chose Elladj and Misha as the other guests in the exhibition. Great choices by the JSF

Thanks, NMURA.
Why no Aaron and Dornbush who did place 4th and 5th overall? They surely deserve get invited. Especially Aaron, who actually was 2nd in the Free with such a good performance...I don't understand. at. all.

Re Aaron: You would understand, if you had seen his exhibition at U.S. Nationals to "Black Betty," skating in a t-shirt with fake tattoo arms. To be fair to Max, the U.S. Nationals Gala was immediately after the men's free skate, so it's not surprising that his jumps were all over the place, but the ex was not a particular joy, IMO.

I don't know whether Dornbush has an exhibition. He was not shown at U.S. Nationals. (I assume he does; they all have their hopes).

Thanks, NMURA.
Why no Aaron and Dornbush who did place 4th and 5th overall? They surely deserve get invited. Especially Aaron, who actually was 2nd in the Free with such a good performance...I don't understand. at. all.

An anonymous Japanese fan telephoned JSF this morning and asked why Misha and Balde are on the list.
JSF said both boys are directly recommended by ISU.